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10 Most Common Electrical Mistakes DIYers Make
Wiring problems and mistakes are all too common, and if left uncorrected have the potential to cause short circuits, shocks...
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14 Smart Small Yard Landscaping Ideas
Many of today's homes (especially condos and townhouses) often have little or no yard space at all. Fear not....
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Worx Trimmer Review: Testing the Amazon’s Best Selling Cordless Weed Wacker
If you need a lightweight cordless string trimmer that's easy to use, this 12-inch model from Worx is perfect for...
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28 Secret Clamping Tricks from Woodworkers
Clamps are a woodworker's best friend, and there are endless ways to use them in the workshop. Here are 28...
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We Tried Kasa Smart Switches, and They Seriously Upgraded Our Home Lighting
Looking to add smart home functionality without breaking the bank? The Kasa smart switch is a brilliant solution.
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39 Outdoor Woodworking Projects for Beginners
You don't have to be an expert woodworker or own specialty tools to take on one of these 40 outdoor...
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16 Tips to Get the Best Plywood for Your Buck
Check out our best plywood money-saving tips to help you build better cabinets and furniture.
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56 Brilliant Woodworking Tips for Beginners
Woodworking is a blast, but it can be intimidating for beginners. Luckily, our readers and editors love passing along their...
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What To Know About Backyard Koi Ponds
Do you have backyard koi ponds on your water features Pinterest board? These insider insights will help you decide if...
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The 9 Best Dust Collector Machines for Woodworking, Tested and Reviewed
Dust collection is an important part of a clean and safe shop. We tested and reviewed the best dust collector...
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7 Things To Consider Before Planting a Wildflower Meadow
Wildflower meadows are a great option for pollinators and nature-loving gardeners. Here's what to know before turning your yard into...
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How To Deal With the Grooves When Painting Wood Paneling
Ready to paint that old wood paneling, but not sure what to do with the grooves? Get rid of them...
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17 Handy Hints for DIY Electrical Work
Get to know these tricks before you tackle electrical projects at home.
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We Tried the Hedgehog Featherboard for Straight (and Safe) Cuts on the Table Saw
Get the precision and control you need to saw through your next woodworking project with ease!
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Woodturning Basics: Tips for Beginners
Here are 10 tips for beginners who want to get off on the right foot with woodturning.
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12 Tips on How to Remove a Popcorn Ceiling
These popcorn ceiling removal tips will help you update your living space while staying safe and clean.
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19 Things You Should Never Do To Your Lawn
Whether you’re a green thumb or not, it’s easy to maintain a barefoot-worthy lawn with these tips.
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10 Woodworking Basics You Should’ve Learned in Shop Class
Just because you slacked off in your high school shop class doesn’t mean you can’t learn woodworking now. Get started...
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These 10 Best Cordless Brad Nailers Are Worthy Additions to Your Shop in 2024
Have cordless brad nailers finally improved enough to replace our trusty pneumatic tools? We put the top models to the...
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PEX Plumbing Pipe: Everything You Need to Know
PEX piping is the biggest revolution since the flush toilet. Learn what it is and everything in between with this...
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We Tried the Craftsman Electric Lawn Mower, a Riding Mower for Tight Spaces
Ready to take the plunge and go battery-powered? We tested the Craftsman electric lawn mower–here’s what we thought.
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10 Ground Cover Plants for Full Sun
For your sunniest expanses in the landscape, consider these low-maintenance ground cover plants to choke out competing weeds.
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3 Simple Landscape Edging Ideas
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9 Best Privacy Shrubs
Whether it's to screen a view, hide an eyesore or gain some privacy from prying eyes, these shrubs offer homeowners...
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You Can Prep Your Garden Super Quickly With This Cardboard Gardening Hack
One hour doing this can save you from an entire season of weeding!
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How to Paint a Front Door Without Removing It Off Its Hinges
Save time by painting a door on its hinges using this easy trick.
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20 Antique Woodworking Tools That Are Worth Big Bucks
You won't believe what the most expensive old tools in the world sold for at auction.
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8 Backsplashes to Avoid, According to Interior Designers
Some materials are impractical for kitchen cleanliness, while others are decidedly off-trend.
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Toro Zero-Turn Mower Review: We Tried Toro’s First Electric Riding Mower and It Was Well Worth...
I got my hands on the all-new 60V MAX TimeCutter–the first Toro electric zero-turn mower. Check out my electric Toro...